Shampoo Without Sodium Laureth Sulfate/Sodium Lauryl Sulphate

Sodium Laureth Sulfate/Sodium Lauryl Sulphate Free Shampoo/Ammonium lauryl sulfate
 

 
What is Sodium Laureth Sulfate / Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS)?
 

A crystalline salt of sulfated lauryl alcohol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS), is the detergent. The main purpose of Sodium laureth sulfate is to produce lather and remove the dirt to make the substance clean.
 
Wikipedia says, Sodium laureth sulfate, or sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), is an anionic detergent and surfactant found in many personal care products (soaps, shampoos, toothpaste etc.). SLES is an inexpensive and very effective foaming agent. SLES, SLS, ALS and sodium pareth sulfate are surfactants that are used in many cosmetic products for their cleansing and emulsifying properties. Wikipedia

 
                  
 
Alternate Names of Sodium Laureth Sulfate / Sodium Lauryl Sulphate
 

There are many alternate names of SLS like Sodium dodecyl sulfate, A13-00356, Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, sodium salt, Akyposal SDS, Sodium salt sulfuric acid, Aquarex ME, Monododecyl ester sodium salt sulfuric acid and Aquarex methyl.

 
Sodium Laureth Sulfate or SLES is the common ingredient found in almost all the cleaning products.
 

Few examples are Soaps, Shampoos, Bubble-baths, Tooth paste, Washing-up liquid / dish soap, Laundry detergent, Childrens soaps / shampoos, Stain Remover, Carpet Cleaner, Fabric glue, Body wash, Shave cream, Mascara, Mouthwash, Skin cleanser, Sun Cream

 
Why Sodium Laureth Sulfate / Sodium Lauryl Sulphate is harmful?
 

 

According to EWG Cosmetics Database, SLS is a "denaturant, surfactant cleansing agent, emulsifier and foamer," rated as a "moderate hazard.", SLES, a yellow detergent with higher foaming ability, is comparatively less irritating than SLS. There have been almost 16,000 studies conducted so far about SLS and SLES. The studies have shown that SLS can cause the irritation in eyes and skin apart from organ toxicity / developmental toxicity. It is also connected to have the harmful effect on nero, endocrine disruption and biochemical changes. Some studies have also blamed SLS for cancer related diseases.

 
Why Sodium Laureth Sulfate is used by shampoo companies if it is harmful?
 

The main reason of using SLS or SLES in shampoos by manufacturing companies is PRICE. Compare to other natural products that helps in foaming, SLS is much cheaper, cost effective and easily available.

 
Should you change your shampoo to SLS Free Shampoo?
 

If you have a sensitive scalp, dry hair and are suffering from the excess hair loss, yes you should change your shampoo to SLS free product.

 
Where to find Sodium Laureth Sulfate free Shampoo?
 

You can find SLS free shampoos and conditioners in drugstore, beauty salons or online. Online retailer that carry sulfate free shampoo and conditioner Amazon.com, SallyBeauty.com, drugstore.com, ulta.com

 
List of Sodium Laureth Sulfate free Shampoo in India
 

The best SLS free in India presently is the Segals Solutions, Khadi & Himalaya. The herbal ones are not only SLS free but free from all harmful chemicals thereby immensely beneficial for your hair.
 

 
Avalon Organics Revitalizing Peppermint Shampoo
Aveda Smooth Infusion Shampoo
David Babaii for Wildaid Amplifying Shampoo
Giovanni Smooth as Silk Shampoo
Green People Aloe Vera Organic Shampoo
Himalaya Herbals Anti- Hair fall Shampoo
Johnson’s & Johnson’s Baby Shampoo
Kerastase Chroma Captive Shampoo
Khadi Herbal Shikakai Shampoo
L’Occitane Aromachologie Radiance and Color Care Shampoo
L’OREAL Paris Ever Strong Hydrate Shampoo
L'Oreall Ever Pure Hydrate Shampoo
Natures Gate Organic Fruit Shampoos
Neutrogena Triple Moisture Lather Cream Shampoo
Organix Hydrating Macadamia Oil Shampoo
Organix Rejuvenating Cherry Blossom Ginseng Shampoo
Oriflame White Nettle & Papaya Anti- Dandruff Shampoo
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Moisturizing Lather shampoo
Pureology Nano Works Shampoo (For Aging Color-Treated Hair)
Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Color Save Sulfate Free Shampoo
Segals Solutions Advanced Dandruff Control Shampoo
Segals Solutions Advanced Scalp-Psoriasis Shampoo
Segals Solutions Advanced Shampoo for Thinning Hair
Segals Solutions Damaged / Dry Hair Shampoo
Segals Solutions Dandruff/Dry Scalp Shampoo
Segals Solutions Hair Root Shampoo
Segals Solutions Shampoo Plus Conditioner
Suki daily organic shampoo revitalizing
The Body shop Banana Shampoo
Vaadi Herbals Anti Dandruff Shampoo

 
All of these are SLS free and contain special herbs and botanicals and hair-rejuvenators and anti-oxidants to give wholesome hair-health.
 
Which shampoo you use? Are you satisfied with your shampoo? If no, what problems are you facing?